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The 10th Hour 07.03.09: Patriotic Video Games   (07.03.2009)  - Adam Larck

With the Fourth of July just a day away, check out Adam Larck’s newest 10th Hour as he talks about games that relate to the American way of life.
Working Title 07.03.09: The 2nd Annual Workies Halftime Awards Winners   (07.03.2009)  - Jordan Williams

The winners are revealed!...Sort of. So who will it be this year? Who won the Packie McReary reward for Manliness? How about Dormroom Dominator...and just who was nominated for Game of the Year So Far? Time to find out.
411 Games Top 5 07.02.09: Week 18 - Top Arcade Games   (07.02.2009)  - Todd Vote

This week in the 411 Games Top 5, from NBA Jam and NFL Blitz, all the way down to Crazy Taxi and Michael Jackson's Moonwalker, the staff checks in with our favorite games to play at an arcade.
Achievement Unlocked 07.02.09: Fischer Price Game Design   (07.02.2009)  - Rod Oracheski

411's Rod Oracheski takes a look at Kodu, the newly-released game design software for the Xbox 360. The first question on everyone's mind - can it do porn? Plus, thoughts on Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince and Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood! And new game videos!
Four Player Co-Op 07.01.09: PS3 Price Cut, The Falcon, Luchadores and The King of Pop, Michael Jackson   (07.01.2009)  - John De Large

Is the Falcon worth $150? Are Luchadores interesting? Has Sony justified the PS3's price? And will four game journalists eulogize Michael Jackson? Come on in and find out!
The Release List 06.30.09: BlazBlue, Hatsune Miku, Roogoo, Treasure World, Street Fighter IV PC, and Diabolik   (06.30.2009)  - Tommy Coloma

Aksys releases its alternative to Street Fighter and KOF, Sega brings Hatsune Miku to the video game masses, SouthPeak gives us a double dose of Roogoo, and Kristin Kreuk tries to outdo Van Damme.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 6.29.09: Modern Warfare 2, Mortal Kombat, Wii Sports Resort, Uncharted 2   (06.29.2009)  - Drew Robbins

Are you looking forward to Wii Sports Resort? Was The Legend of Zelda: Link to the Past for the SNES the best Zelda game ever? Did Laurence Kasanoff, the producer of the Mortal Kombat movies, make the franchise what it is today? Was Uncharted 2 really the big winner at E3? 411’s Todd Vote and Ramon Aranda discuss these topics and more in the latest edition of 411 Fact or Fiction: Games!
Living LIVE 06.29.09: The 27th Edition - Droplitz, Garou Mow, The Latest DLC, More   (06.29.2009)  - Trace Aber

Information on Droplitz, Garou Mow, three community games, and the latest DLC, movies, and more in this week's edition of Living LIVE!
The 10th Hour 06.26.09: Top 10 Things in Fallout 3   (06.26.2009)  - Adam Larck

In the latest edition of The 10th Hour, 411’s Adam Larck takes a look at the top things in Fallout 3. From locations to perks to even Super Mutant sidekicks, see what he thinks is some of the top things from the game from Bethesda.
What If? 6.26.09: Week 15 - The Madden Franchise, Zombies, and Megan Fox   (06.26.2009)  - Greg Bruno

Oh yea! You know What If? is back and is all up in ya' grillz! Check out what Greg Bruno and the 411 Staff have to say about the Madden Franchise, Zombies, and, of course, Megan Fox.
411 Games Top 5 6.25.09: Week 17 - Top Puzzle Games   (06.25.2009)  - Todd Vote

This week the 411 Games staff chime in with our favorite puzzle games. From Portal to Meteos, all the way back to Tetris. Click on in to see what made our lists. Plus a very special mention of Target Terror from someone not named Salmela.
Achievement Unlocked 06.25.09: The New Xbox Rumors, Live Downtime, More   (06.25.2009)  - Jacob Lopez

With Rod Oracheski busy with other commitments, 411's Jacob (JLo) Lopez takes a crack at Achievement Unlocked, talking about this week's 'on again, off again' news about a new 360 console plus recent Xbox Live downtime.
Four Player Co-Op 6.24.09: Red Ring, Starcraft II, Oblivion, Bioshock, Webcomics And More   (06.24.2009)  - John De Large

Is it time to do something about the Red Ring Of Death? Who's excited for Starcraft? Are Oblivion and Bioshock worth $40? What webcomics suck? John De Large, Todd Vote, Drew Robbins and Sean Garmer discuss this and more in this week's edition of The Co-Op!
The Release List 06.23.09: Fight Night, BlazBlue, PangYa, Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Devil Survivor   (06.23.2009)  - Tommy Coloma

EA lets us decide for ourselves whether or not any of the greats were in fact paper champions, Capcom lets us re-live the first Resident Evil, Arc System Works releases its follow-up to Guilty Gear XX, and Atlus brings us some portable MegaTen.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 06.22.09: Brutal Legend, Super Mario Galaxy 2, Pre-Order Exclusives, More   (06.22.2009)  - Drew Robbins

Will Brutal Legend be both a critical and commercial success? Do you care that Miyamoto is aiming for less of a focus on the story in Super Mario Galaxy 2? Are you getting tired of games with demos that are exclusive only to pre-order customers? Do you prefer easier games over ones that offer up more of a challenge? 411’s Drew Robbins and Armando Rodriguez discuss these topics and more in the latest edition of 411 fact or Fiction: Games!
Living LIVE 06.22.09: The 26th Edition - Magic the Gathering, Sam&Max Save the World, More   (06.22.2009)  - Trace Aber

Reviews of Magic, Sam&Max, Rocket Riot, three community games, and information on the demos, movies, and DLC released this week!
Editor's Corner 06.20.09: The Debut   (06.20.2009)  - Ramon Aranda

The first edition of this bi-monthly look into the happenings of 411 Games kicks off as editor Ramon Aranda pops up for a little water cooler talk, all things gaming.
Working Title 06.19.09: The 2nd Annual Workies Halftime Awards Nominations   (06.19.2009)  - Jordan Williams

It's time to show our love for the great games that have come out so far this year before they get forgotten by August. So who is up for the Manly Award and Dormroom Dominator so far? Time to find out!
411 Games Top 5 Week 16 6.18.09: Crossover Edition   (06.18.2009)  - Todd Vote

From Metal Gear Solid/Splinter Cell and Half-Life/Halo to Mortal Kombat characters in Street Fighter and even Final Fantasy characters in Target Terror, 411's Game Staffers rank the top game crossovers they want to see in the latest edition of the 411 Games Top Five!
GAME POW 06.17.09: Battlestations: Pacific and Burnout Paradise   (06.18.2009)  - Sam Pow

In this week's GAME POW, we'll take a look at some Battlestations: Pacific strategies, and introduce a whole new game mode to Burnout Paradise!
Four Player Co-Op 6.17.09: The Three E's From Seven Different POVs   (06.17.2009)  - John De Large

Two weeks later, JDL and six 411 co-writers take a look back at the best and worst of E3!
The Release List 06.16.09: Let's Tap, Fate/unlimited codes Portable, Ghostbusters   (06.16.2009)  - Tommy Coloma

Sega brings us a game that even penguins can play, Capcom publishes a non-Street Fighter-related fighter, and Atari releases a movie-based title that doesn't treat gamers like idiots.
411 Games Best of E3 Awards 2009 - Our First Annual Awards   (06.15.2009)  - Ramon Aranda

411's Best of E3 Awards are here! Which game won our Best of Show award? Did Tatsunoko vs. Capcom (Wii) hold off King of Fighters XII for Best Fighting Game? Did New Super Mario Bros. Wii (Wii) win Best Platformer? Which game won our Best Sports Game award? What about Best Multiplayer Game, Best Adventure Game, Best Wii Game, Best PS3 Game, Best Xbox 360 Game, Best Shooter, Best Musical Game, Best Action Game, and all the rest? See which games took home the awards!
Living LIVE 06.15.09: The 25th Edition - New Arcade Releases, DLC Movies, More   (06.15.2009)  - Trace Aber

Featuring information on the SIX arcade releases this week as well as the DLC, movies, and community games.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 06.15.09: Rhythm Games, PSPgo, Balance Boards and More   (06.15.2009)  - Jacob Lopez

What's the deal with the Beatles Rock Band game? Are Adam and Dan looking forward to playing it regardless of their taste for their music? Is a Wii-HD necessary? What about the Godfather III? Are they disappointed that EA will not be making a third installment of the game? 411's Dan Hirsch and Adam Larck debate these topics and more!
Achievement Unlocked 06.13.09 The Return   (06.13.2009)  - Rod Oracheski

411's Rod Oracheski makes a return with Achievement Unlocked, taking a look at late-development reveals and the value of 'value added' features, plus the games he's been playing in his time away.
Working Title 06.12.09: Left 4 Dead 2...Soon?   (06.12.2009)  - Jordan Williams

With great fanbase comes great conspiracy, Left 4 Dead 2 was announced last week and in less than a month it has risen to be one of the most controversial parts of this years E3. But is it really all THAT big a deal?
411 Games Top 5 6.11.09: Week 15 - The Top Moments of E3 '09: Uncharted 2, Star Wars: The Old Republic, More   (06.11.2009)  - Todd Vote

Some of the staff went to the big show this year. What were their favorite moments? Well you will have to come inside for that. This week the staff breaks down the best of E3 '09. Where does Skynet Milo fit into it all? Read on to find out.
GAME POW 06.11.09: Oblivion and Worms   (06.11.2009)  - Sam Pow

In this weeks GAME POW, Sam shows you all you need to know for Oblivion DLC, and gives tips on all the weapons in Worms!
Four Player Co-Op 6.10.09: LEGO, RE:DC, Watchmen Bundle and PSP Go!   (06.10.2009)  - John De Large

Will you buy the Resident Evil: Director's Cut? Did LEGO finally do something right with LEGO Battles? Is the PSP Go! a must buy? 411’s John De Large and three guests discuss these topics and more! Check out the full column for all the details!
What If? 6.09.09: Week 14 - Capcom, Lara Croft, Losing to Your Mom, More   (06.09.2009)  - Greg Bruno

What If? Returns with more writers than ever before! Greg Bruno hosts What If? with Ramon, Sam, and Todd. This week, they discuss a Capcom system, Lara Croft, and their own mothers. Yep, you read that correctly.
Living LIVE 06.08.09: The 24th Edition - Reviews of Cellfactor: PW, Wolfenstein 3D, Hangman's Revenge, More   (06.08.2009)  - Trace Aber

Reviews of Cellfactor: PW, Wolfenstein 3D, Hangman's Revenge, Fittest, and Cube Stacker. Plus, information on the Wolverine DLC along with all of the other updates and going-ons in the world of Xbox LIVE.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 06.08.09: E3 Edition   (06.08.2009)  - Ramon Aranda

With E3 now in the side view mirror, we ask Sean Garmer and Jeffrey Harris what they thought about the show. Was it everything they expected? Was there a sleeper hit on the showroom floor? Was the new Metroid game revelation bigger than Super Mario Galaxy 2? What about next year? Do they plan on returning to Los Angeles? These questions and more on this week's Fact or Fiction!
The 4R's of E3 2009 Press Conferences   (06.05.2009)  - Jordan Williams

In a special edition of 4R's we break down what was Right, wRong, and Ridiculous about the press conferences and announcements at this year's E3.
411 Games Top 5 6.04.09: Week 14 - The Racing Edition   (06.04.2009)  - Todd Vote

This week the boss is away, so the staff will play... racing games that is. It's week 14 of the Top 5, and the 411 games staff checks in with our favorite racing games. Everything from Mario Kart, to the Need for Speed series is covered. Come in and check it out.
GAME POW 6.04.09: Elder Scrolls: Oblivion and Sneak King   (06.04.2009)  - Sam Pow

In the latest edition of GAME POW, 411’s Sam Pow takes a look at Elder Scrolls: Oblivion, and offers up a ton of fun tips to enhance your gaming pleasure as well as some tips for Sneak King! Check out the full column for all the details!
E3 Hands-on: Tony Hawk Ride   (06.03.2009)  - Mark Salmela

411's Mark Salmela goes hand's on with the latest installment of the Tony Hawl franchise.
E3 2009: King of Fighters XII Tournament   (06.02.2009)  - Jeffrey Harris

Ignition invited gamers to see who is the true King of Fighters at the club Element in Hollywood. Plus clips from the new King of Fighters live action movie.
411 Games Fact or Fiction 06.01.09: E3 Special - Duke Nukem Forever, a New PSP, Motion Controls For the Xbox 360, More   (06.01.2009)  - Ramon Aranda

With only hours before E3 gets underway with three press conferences, we touch bases with Scott Simpson and the returning Joshua Richey. If a new PSP is shown off, will it be impressive? Will we see motion controls for the Xbox 360? Will Duke Nukem Forever make a surprise appearance? All this and more on this week’s Fact or Fiction.
Living LIVE 06.01.09: Express Edition   (06.01.2009)  - Trace Aber

Information on Wallace and Gromit, Yosumin, Angry Barry, and more! And plenty of pictures!
GAME POW 05.29.09: Level-Up in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion and Suicide in Enemy Territory: Quake Wars   (05.29.2009)  - Sam Pow

In this weeks GAME POW, Sam gives some tips on leveling your character in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, and will also explain why killing yourself can really help in Enemy Territory: Quake Wars.
Working Title 05.28.09: Working Return: DLC Rant   (05.28.2009)  - Jordan Williams

I'm back! It seems like in the last month DLC has really been taking off in the gaming world and it's time to weigh in on the good and bad sides of it. How can Game of the Year fit into such a bad thing?
Reality Check 05.28.09: Coding Games   (05.28.2009)  - Alexandra Pusateri

411's Alexandra Pusateri explores more game careers this week with game designers.
The 411 Games Top 5 5.28.09: Week 13 - 411's E3 '09 Wishlist Edition   (05.28.2009)  - Todd Vote

Our look at E3 continues this week with a look at what the staff is anticipating for this year's big show. A price drop for Sony? Some new games for us all to drool over? Where does Target Terror fit into all this? Come on in and find out.
The Release List 05.27.09: Cross Edge, Yosumin!, Crimson Gem Saga, Miles Edgeworth, and Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days   (05.27.2009)  - Tommy Coloma

NIS allows Etna and Prinny to join forces with Morrigan and other familiar faces, Square Enix gives puzzle fans something to be excited about, Atlus brings us a KRPG, and Capcom unleashes yet another Ace Attorney title.
Four Player Co-Op 5.27.09: Marlon Wayans, The Queen's New Toy, KOF and The Three E's   (05.27.2009)  - John De Large

411's John De Large, Ramon Aranda and the brothers Robbins take on the worst of this week's gaming news and get ready for E3 the same way kids get ready for Christmas.
Living LIVE 05.25.09: The 22nd Edition   (05.25.2009)  - Trace Aber

Reviews of Gel, Blazing Birds, GravSheep, What The!?, and Steamline. Plus, information on the Halo Wars DLC and much, much more!
411 Games Fact or Fiction 05.25.09: Sony at E3, Kojima, Metroid Prime Trilogy   (05.25.2009)  - Ramon Aranda

Are you stoked about the upcoming Metroid Prime Trilogy pack for the Nintendo Wii? Will Sony go all out at E3? Should we expect a new piece of hardware at the show? Adam Larck and Trace Aber answer all these questions and more on this week's edition of Fact or Fiction!
411 Games Top 5 05.21.09: Week 12 - Top E3 Moments   (05.21.2009)  - Todd Vote

This week we start the hype for E3. The games staff sits down and lists our top 5 favorite moments in the history of E3. What made the list? Well you'll have to come in to see.
GAME POW 05.21.09: DAC Hogs   (05.21.2009)  - Sam Pow

In this weeks GAME POW, Sam shares tips for the new Star Trek DAC game on XBLA, plus some strategies for Quake Wars!
 
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